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Originally published by Tech Arenatech
June 4, 2026
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South Africa Ranked Among Top Global Targets for DDoS Attacks as Threats Intensify — NETSCOUT
South Africa is facing a surge in sophisticated DDoS attacks targeting ISPs, hosting providers, and critical internet infrastructure, according to NETSCOUT...
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South Africa is facing a significant escalation in cyberthreats, being ranked among the top global targets for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, according to a report by NETSCOUT. These attacks are becoming more sophisticated and coordinated, impacting critical digital infrastructure.
- South Africa ranked #1 globally for DDoS attacks on computer-related services, computer systems design, insurance agencies, commercial banking, and portfolio management services.
- NETSCOUT, a cybersecurity firm, reported 171,812 DDoS attacks against South Africa between July and December 2025, with an average duration exceeding 74 minutes.
- Area Vice President for Africa at NETSCOUT, Bryan Hamman, stated that attackers are employing multi-vector DDoS attacks and using them for intimidation and extortion.
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